1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 410 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Cherry | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | Polo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
